Chef and Culinary Educator (Edmonton South)

Who we are:

At Trail Appliances, we are committed to providing our customers with unparalleled customer service, competitive pricing, and expert advice. We pride ourselves on our strong family values and collaborative work culture that values respect, integrity, diversity, passion, and laughter. These values have helped us build a reputation as an industry leader.

The position:

As a Chef and Culinary Educator, you’ll be the creative force behind inspiring and educating our customers through unforgettable food experiences. In this role, you’ll lead cooking classes, showcase appliance features through hands-on demonstrations, cater special events, and collaborate on creative promotional initiatives, all while maintaining the highest food safety standards. Your culinary expertise and ability to inspire will help customers feel confident, informed, and excited about their purchases, supporting our mission to deliver expert advice and outstanding service.

What we offer:

We offer excellent training, competitive benefits, and the support you need to succeed, including mentorship and ongoing growth opportunities. If you're passionate about customer service and looking for more than just a job, apply today to become part of our talented and high-performing team! We provide:

• Health & dental benefits
• Personal care days 
• Statutory holidays off 
• Employee & family assistance program 
• Staff incentives and rewards
• Employee discounts 

What you’ll be doing:

• Lead cooking classes, product demonstrations, and presentations to educate and engage customers on appliance features and use.
• Plan, prepare, and cater for events, including community functions, builder functions, and in-house activities, ensuring high-quality food and service.
• Purchase and manage food and equipment inventory, maintaining quality, budget compliance, and proper storage.
• Ensure strict adherence to food safety standards, sanitation protocols, and relevant regulations.
• Collaborate with marketing and leadership teams on promotional activities and content to support brand initiatives.

What you need to be successful:

• Education or certification in culinary arts or a related field; Red Seal preferred.
• Experience in the food industry, catering, or customer service.
• Strong knowledge of kitchen appliances, safe food handling practices, and food safety regulations.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, organizational, and time management skills.
• Physical stamina and flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and attend off-site events or training.

Availability:

This is a full-time position and will require you to be available:

Tuesday to Saturday from 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM

(Shifts may be earlier based on event scheduling, but advanced notice will be given)

We value diverse perspectives and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace. If your skills and experiences align with this role, we encourage you to apply and join us in delivering exceptional service.